Sulphur Dam

TR-GHOST CREEK· Lamar, Texas· Built 1979· Earth· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Other Local Government

Key Takeaway

Sulphur Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 44.9% in TX)
Dam Length680 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage54 acre-ft
Normal Storage11 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1,075 cfs
Year Completed1979 (47 years old)
NID IDTX04587

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 26, 2011
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

LAMAR COUNTY

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sulphur Dam?

Sulphur Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Sulphur Dam?

Sulphur Dam is owned by LAMAR COUNTY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Sulphur Dam built?

Sulphur Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Sulphur Dam?

Sulphur Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Sulphur Dam?

Sulphur Dam has a dam height of 23 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Sulphur Dam last inspected?

Sulphur Dam was last inspected on July 26, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.